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Why is the Medicare levy surcharge not just another name for the Medicare levy?
I am estimating personal tax in Australia and private cover keeps entering the conversation. Please explain why the Medicare levy surcharge is separate from the base levy, and why income for surcharge purposes can surprise people.
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